Amstrad CPC Series

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The Amstrad CPC (Colour Personal Computer) series will be added to Code Like It’s 198x in a future update. This popular British home computer featured:

• Z80 Assembly Programming - Learn advanced 8-bit programming techniques
• Advanced Graphics - Explore sophisticated colour graphics programming
• Sound Programming - Create music with the AY-3-8912 sound chip
• Disk Systems - Work with more advanced storage than cassette-only systems

The Amstrad CPC was known for its excellent build quality, integrated design, and strong software library, making it a worthy addition to our vintage computing curriculum.

Why the CPC Matters

The Amstrad CPC series demonstrated how thoughtful engineering could create an affordable yet capable computer system. Sir Alan Sugar’s vision of an integrated computer-monitor-storage unit influenced later all-in-one designs and showed that British companies could compete with larger international manufacturers.

Educational Focus:

• Z80 assembly language programming
• Advanced graphics techniques and colour management
• Sound synthesis and music creation
• Disk-based software development

Check back soon for comprehensive CPC programming lessons!